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Grand Seiko SBGH341vsVario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench

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SBGH341
Grand SeikoSBGH341
MSRP $7,900
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench
Vario1918 SG60 Merlion Trench
MSRP $428

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGH34138mm
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench37mm
Power Reserve
SBGH34155h
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench40h
Water Resistance
SBGH341100m
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench100m
MSRP
SBGH341$7,900
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench$428

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
38mm
37mm
Thickness
12.9mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.7mm
45mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
9S85
Miyota 82s5
Power Reserve
55h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$7,900
$428

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGH341

The Grand Seiko SBGH341 is noted for its vintage-friendly 38mm size and high-intensity titanium construction. Reviewers highlight its bezel-less design and textured light pink dial. The hi-beat automatic calibre 9S85 movement offers a claimed accuracy of +5 to -3 seconds per day. One concern raised is that the highly polished Zaratsu case finish may be prone to scratching. The titanium bracelet lacks micro-adjustment. Overall, reviewers praise the Grand Seiko SBGH341 for its refined 38mm sizing and lightweight titanium build.

Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench

The Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench is widely seen as a commemorative keepsake, particularly for those celebrating Singapore's 60th anniversary or born in 1965. Reviewers note its vibrant red enamel dial and 37mm steel case with fixed wire lugs, along with 100m water resistance. One owner reported the watch is "patina-ing well" after three years, and the Miyota 82S5 movement is considered a reliable, cost-effective base. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench as a unique souvenir and tribute piece, with its distinctive enamel dial being a key draw.

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